The tension at the White House reached a boiling point as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s highly-anticipated meeting with U.S. President Donald Trump erupted into a fiery public clash — and conservative commentator Megyn Kelly wasted no time in taking sides.

According to a report by the Irish Star, the meeting, which was supposed to secure a minerals deal between the two nations, quickly spiraled into chaos. Vice President JD Vance joined Trump in criticizing Zelensky’s “disrespectful” attitude, with Trump warning the Ukrainian leader, “You’re gambling with millions of people. You’re gambling with World War III.”

Zelensky, who had flown to Washington to secure further U.S. aid in Ukraine’s ongoing war with Russia, left the White House without participating in the planned joint press conference — a clear sign that the high-stakes negotiations had hit a dead end.

Megyn Kelly’s Scorching Commentary

In the Saturday episode of The Megyn Kelly Show, the former Fox News anchor didn’t hold back, mocking Zelensky’s approach and siding firmly with Trump.

“When I look at that, I’m like, why would you do anything other than being magnanimous and, frankly, like, suck up to President Trump who’s got the deepest pockets of anybody who’s helped him,” Kelly said, her words dripping with disdain. “Trump could help him and is very interested in striking a deal to wrap this thing up.”

Kelly lambasted Zelensky for “putting the mineral deal on ice,” accusing him of angering Trump when diplomacy was most needed. “Now, whether he likes the terms or not, that can all be negotiated. But why put him in an angry mood while you’re in the Oval?” she quipped.

The minerals deal, championed by Trump, was pitched as a way for America to recoup its aid to Ukraine by gaining access to the country’s vast mineral resources — a move Trump claimed would also deter Russian aggression.

“Zelensky comes to the Oval and apparently uses it as an opportunity to tell Trump once again he can’t trust Putin,” Kelly continued, rolling her eyes. “I mean, this is just dumb. This is dumb diplomacy on his part.”

Internet Explodes: ‘Shame on You, Megyn Kelly!’

While Kelly’s remarks fired up Trump supporters, the internet was less than impressed. Social media platforms lit up with furious reactions, with many accusing Kelly of pandering to Trump and misreading the situation entirely.

“Don’t blame Zelensky. Trump is in Putin’s back pocket,” one user shot back.
“She has no idea, she doesn’t ever deal with reality,” another wrote.
“Zelensky stood up for his country. Vance sits there never been to Ukraine … knows nothing,” noted a third.
“Shame on you, Megyn Kelly,” slammed another commenter.
“Trump has Putin in one ear and Musk in the other. Their only goal is land and minerals. And Trump is their puppet, not a dealmaker,” jibed yet another.

The divide between Trump loyalists and those standing by Zelensky’s defiance was glaring. Many argued that Trump’s push for the minerals deal was less about securing Ukraine’s future and more about enriching U.S. business interests.

What’s Next for U.S.-Ukraine Relations?

With the minerals deal now seemingly frozen and Zelensky’s White House visit ending on a sour note, the future of U.S.-Ukraine relations hangs in the balance. Will Trump double down on his tough-love approach, or will Zelensky find a way to reignite diplomatic talks?

One thing’s for sure — this isn’t the last we’ve heard of this explosive political drama.

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